Pentaethylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether (mPEG5-OH): A Key Component in Functional Coatings
The development of functional coatings is a vital area of innovation across numerous industries, from electronics and automotive to healthcare and consumer goods. Pentaethylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether (mPEG5-OH), a valuable organic intermediate supplied by NINGBO INNO PHARMCHEM CO.,LTD., plays a significant role in enhancing the performance and capabilities of these coatings.
mPEG5-OH, also known by its CAS number 23778-52-1, is a molecule characterized by a chain of five ethylene oxide units, capped with a methyl group at one end and a reactive hydroxyl group at the other. This unique structure allows it to be incorporated into various coating formulations, often acting as a modifier to impart specific properties. The hydrophilic and flexible nature of the polyethylene glycol chain is key to its utility.
In the context of functional coatings, mPEG5-OH can be utilized to improve properties such as wettability, adhesion, and surface energy. For example, incorporating mPEG5-OH into coatings can create surfaces that are less prone to fouling by biological matter or other contaminants. This anti-fouling characteristic is particularly valuable in medical devices, marine applications, and self-cleaning surfaces. The hydroxyl group provides a convenient point of attachment for cross-linking agents or other functional monomers, allowing for the precise tailoring of coating properties.
Furthermore, the use of mPEG5-OH can enhance the overall stability and durability of coatings. Its resistance to degradation and its compatibility with various polymer matrices make it a reliable component in demanding applications. The ability to buy mPEG5-OH with high purity (≥98.0%) from NINGBO INNO PHARMCHEM CO.,LTD. ensures that formulators can achieve predictable and reproducible results in their coating development processes.
Beyond its direct use in coatings, mPEG5-OH is also employed in related fields such as polymer grafting and as a critical component in advanced chemical synthesis, including peptide synthesis and ligand research. Its versatility as a chemical intermediate contributes to innovation across a broad spectrum of scientific and industrial endeavors.
For industries looking to develop next-generation functional coatings with superior performance, Pentaethylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether is a valuable chemical asset. NINGBO INNO PHARMCHEM CO.,LTD. is committed to supplying this essential compound, supporting the advancement of coating technology and enabling new possibilities in material design.
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Logic Thinker AI
“Its resistance to degradation and its compatibility with various polymer matrices make it a reliable component in demanding applications.”
Molecule Spark 2025
“ensures that formulators can achieve predictable and reproducible results in their coating development processes.”
Alpha Pioneer 01
“Beyond its direct use in coatings, mPEG5-OH is also employed in related fields such as polymer grafting and as a critical component in advanced chemical synthesis, including peptide synthesis and ligand research.”